Lowell "L.A." Alex Sheppard

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruby (Nichelson) Sheppard; parents, Charlie Sheppard and Mary Ellen (Shoemake) Sheppard; brothers, Earnest and Lewis; sisters, Sara, Edna, Shirley, Diane and Helen Malone; great granddaughter, Lillia Clarkson Collins.

L.A. is survived by his children, Patricia (Lonnie) Hensley, Vance (Lisa) Sheppard, Kevin Sheppard; brothers, Linzie Sheppard, Bill (Mary) Sheppard, David (Nadine) Sheppard, Jerry (Jan) Sheppard; grandchildren, Keith Collins, Tracy (Rodney) Minor, Daniel (Christian) Collins, Alex (Tabitha) Sheppard, Justice Sheppard, Averie Sheppard; nine great children; special cousin, Anna Roberts; and host of special nieces and nephews. Special friend for many years and constant companion, Wilma Ford.

Our dad loved music and spent his whole life playing a guitar and singing with his friends at church, on the radio, or anywhere a group would gather. He loved his family unconditionally and he will be missed terribly. Although we didn't want to see him go, we are glad that he is no longer in pain. Rest easy Dad. Till we meet again. 

The family will receive friends Friday, August 15, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home, 2300 Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918. Family and friends will meet at Asbury Cemetery on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:45 AM for an 11:00 AM graveside service. Jerry Sheppard to officiate and grandchildren to be pallbearers.